The complete source for building, designing, and remodeling green homes
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Cool Walls Are Coming
Similar to cool roof ratings, research suggests that measures of solar reflectance and thermal emittance should be considered for wall claddings and finishes too
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The Living Building Challenge Comes to Vacationland
A residential environmental school tackles a daunting building certification program
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Insulating a Slab with Rigid Mineral Wool
Positive feedback from a builder after using Rockwool Comfortboard 80 beneath a slab for the first time
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Time to Give Straw Another Look
Innovative new ways to build low-carbon homes with a time-tested and well-known renewable resource
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High-Performance Window Install
This combination of flashing materials and techniques will work in just about any wall
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Straightforward Air Sealing Strategies
Follow these simple steps to get ready for code-required blower door testing and you'll probably do better than the code requires
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Webinar: All About Double-Stud Walls
Dan Kolbert and Ben Bogie discuss their favorite high-performance wall assembly and answer common questions from a live audience
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Best Practices for Dry, Healthy Basements
To avoid water problems and comfort issues down the road, build your basement right the first time
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Where Does the Heat Pump Water Heater Go?
In low-load homes without basements, a second floor laundry closet turns out to be a pretty ideal location
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Webinar: Walls That Work–An Intro to the Four Control Layers
A discussion of wall assemblies and the specific details that are needed for durable, comfortable, and energy-efficient homes
